Serving 524 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Beacon Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beacon Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Beacon Academy's student population of 524 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
524 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Motto
Community | Rigor | Character
School Rankings
Beacon Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beacon Academy is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1462 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
14%
12%
Black
37%
12%
White
35%
60%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beacon Academy's ranking?
Beacon Academy is ranked #1462 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Beacon Academy?
524 students attend Beacon Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Beacon Academy students are Black, 35% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beacon Academy?
Beacon Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Beacon Academy offer ?
Beacon Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Beacon Academy part of?
Beacon Academy is part of Beacon Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Beacon Academy located?
Beacon Academy is located in the Valley Place neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in Valley Place.
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